1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
| Model | Cutlass | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
